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Snooze & Smile

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Best Part of my Day

When Eva snuggles up reeeaaal close after I feed her.

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Looking Back

Today I learned that you can do minor edits on YouTube. That’s why that last video of Eva has that corny music, overused filter, and cuts off instead of just fading out. But it’s better than the boring videos and it’s kind of fun to use. So, I did two more from our wedding and it’s inspired me to finally edit all of our footage from the wedding (on Final Cut, not YouTube). Looks like I’ll be taking some trips to campus soon.

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Our Little Mover

The other day one of my friends with two little girls told me to make sure I take videos of Eva now when she’s in this stage because, although they don’t do much and it may seem boring, I’ll want to look back and see her when she was this little. So, although it is kind of a lame video… just admire Eva’s adorableness.

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It is Better to Look Up

We just found out that T.J. is interviewing in New York City for internships this summer at the end of February. He was one of four chosen in his class to have interviews set up for him, whereas the rest of the class have to get interviews themselves. I am so excited for him. Finally, all of his hard work and countless hours on campus have paid off.

But I’m going to get real for a minute. All this uncertainty of what is going to happen is really getting to me. I just wish we had more answers right now, but we will have to wait for a couple of months until we know exactly when and where he will be interning, if the internship will be paid, and if Eva and I will get to go with him.

That last part obviously is what has me worried. I’m fine with whatever happens, but obviously I hope I don’t have to spend three months away from T.J. No matter what though, T.J. needs to get an internship in NYC because being a graphic designer in this economy is tough and so having that background on his resume is critical.

If we could just fast forward to March already so we can find out some more answers, I would greatly appreciate it.

Until then, I will be on my knees praying and remembering Elder Cook’s talk from last conference.

It is better to look up.

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I Like the Simple Life

  • It’s amazing what a couple hours of extra sleep can do. When T.J. takes the baby for a couple of hours and I get a little nap and get to finish up so stuff around the house, my day gets better by 200%.
  • I had a nightmare last night. I don’t really remember it, but I woke up because it was so scary.
  • In one week, I get to start exercising again! I can’t wait… goodbye stretched out skin!
  • I made steaks in the crock pot last night. They turned out pretty good… I’ll post the recipe today.
  • I want snow… I NEED snow!
  • I can’t swear by it, but I think Eva might have smiled back at me yesterday. If it was not voluntary, then she sure has perfect timing because it made me day. I love that little girl!
  • I watched Moneyball last night. It was not what I expected, but it was still really good.
  • We got back photos from T.J.’s cousin who is a photographer and took photos of Eva when she was two weeks old. I’m kind of obsessed with them.
  • I’m thinking it might be time to start putting Eva in her crib in her own bedroom. For all you mothers out there, when did you move your babies out of your room?
  • Don’t you love the movie Father of the Bride 2? I have it on in the background right now.
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In {Two} Years Time

On this day two years ago, T.J. and I got engaged. You can read the engagement story here. I cannot believe how fast time flies! Today we are happily married and celebrating the one month birthday of our little Eva.

I love you, T.J., and I am so grateful to have you in my life. Chipped tooth and all.

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4 Weeks and Growing

Likes

Bouncing, Riding in the car, Falling asleep in our arms, Going to her grandparents, Standing up, Baths, Moving her hands, Lights, Kicking, Grabbing things, Going without a diaper

Dislikes

Having to burp after eating, When the pacifier falls out, Going to the bathroom, Being swadled, Sleeping in her cradle

 

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12 Months

January

Trip to Vegas

February

Valentine’s Day Dance, T.J. got stitches, Justin Bieber’s movie

 

March

My Birthday, Found out I was pregnant

April

Graduated from BYU

May

Went home for Sam’s wedding, Announced our upcoming addition

June

T.J.’s Birthday, Trip to Grand Canyon and Monument Valley with my parents, Found out we were having a girl

July

4th of July in Provo, Lots of weddings, Pioneer Day in Enterprise and St. George

August

T.J. went back to school, cabin sleepover with the Relief Society

September

Texas visit, Drove back to Utah

October

Visit to D.C. to see my sister’s family, Visit to Kentucky to visit my parents, My sister Ashley came to Utah, Skeletons for Halloween, Halloween Party

November

Baby Showers, Thanksgiving at T.J.’s aunt’s home

December

My parents came to visit, Eva was born, Christmas with the Derricks

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Ring Out Wild Bells

I hadn’t really taken time to think about my new year’s resolutions, but after watching The Office episode today where Pam makes everyone write down one goal for the year, I decided I should write mine down too.

Spiritual Goals

  1. Study (not just read) the scriptures daily
  2. Go to the temple once a month
  3. Hold an FHE every Monday
  4. Do my Visiting Teaching every month
  5. Remember to do family prayer every night
Health Goals
  1. Get down to my wedding weight
  2. Make 3-4 dinners a week
  3. Be able to run a mile without stopping… I know that sounds really easy, but I have never been a runner!
  4. Work out 4 times a week
  5. Eat more fruits and vegetables
Personal Goals
  1. Stick to our budget
  2. Read at least one book a month
  3. Always show my husband that I love him
  4. Be patient
  5. Take more photos and videos of Eva
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